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If Kate Bush Met Black Sabbath…

Pyrogaric at Planet Rock's Rock Stock Festival If you like music and you like it a bit loud, where were you on the weekend? You’d be forgiven if you were somewhere listening to music, but if you weren’t at the Rock Stock Festival in Porthcawl last Saturday (Nov 30th,) then you would have missed out.As mentioned, last weekend saw a lot of action in Trecco Bay, as touring bands and fans alike passed through the quiet seaside holiday park, also […]

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A Purrfect Tale of Pirates, Rats Chaos, and Comedy!

Angela and I had a fabulous night out watching this year’s pantomime, Dick Whittington. Oh yes, we did! The Riverfront was alive with the sounds of laughter, singing, and the occasional toddler loudly explaining the plot (inaccurately, but with confidence). It was like a warm, festive hug from the entire city of Newport. Set in Newport, this year’s show took the classic rags-to-riches tale and sprinkled it with just the right amount of chaos and glitter. Dick, our hero, leaves Swansea […]

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In Conversation With Colin: Samantha Fish

"Hooked on the Blues: Colin Palmer Catches Samantha Fish’s Bulletproof Tour in Cardiff" With not a rod in sight, Colin Palmer lands a rather splendid Samantha Fish! Now based in New Orleans, this Kansas City native returns to Cardiff on October 8th as part of her Bulletproof tour. Speaking from Los Angeles ahead of her UK tour, Samantha Fish chatted to Colin Palmer. An award-winning singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist, Samantha Fish is known first and foremost for her fretwork […]

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Gimme Five

Gimme 5: Cole Underwood of Forsaken Duo

5 Things You Should Know About Cole! Do you remember the first song you ever wrote? How old were you and do you still play it? I was around 6 years old. I found an old hand organ in my attic and was making music then. I am not sure what it was but I remember I loved making things up and being creative since a young age. Imagine you are getting a new pet. What will you choose, a […]

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Gimme Five

Gimme 5: Kori Flowers of Forsaken Duo

Kori Flowers is one half of "Forsaken Duo," guests on the Pure Local Extra Show on 23rd November 2024. Let's find out a bit more about him What was the first song you ever wrote? How old were you and do you still play it? Lonesome Road. The song is about personal transformation and growth. Discovering who you are as a person. Life often takes you in different directions and despite the challenges, there is a sense of optimism to […]

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Local History

Newport Factoids: #24 Rolling By The River!

Roller Skating, that is! Maskell's in Lower Dock Street was the place to be throughout the 1980s if you were a youngster and roller discos were what the 80s were made for. The roller rink was originally half ice but became a full roller rink in 1982. As with most activities of the era, health and safety were minor considerations, with rough games of British Bulldog and long trains of skaters being the norm. The one concession for safety was […]

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In Conversation With Colin: Scott Lewis

Boots, Beats and Country Treats. Hey y'all....The 3rd annual South Wales Country Music Festival organised by Scott Lewis and held at Newport's Corn Exchange saw seven of the best country music artists performing in front of an enthusiastic crowd over the course of eight hours. With five stalls inside the venue and vendors of arts and crafts selected for their authentic country wares and relevance to the history of Nashville and the roots music of the region were selling country […]

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Newport Factoids

Newport Factoids: #23 Michael Sheen

Actor, Michael Sheen began his life in the small Newport village of Llanmartin before moving with his family to Port Talbot. He has a long list of awards for his work on stage and screen and has played the role of Prime Minister, Tony Blair three times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_W1fRm0NM0 By Richard "Cookie"Cook

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In Conversation With Colin: Steve Hackett

"Genesis Reborn: Steve Hackett on Guitars, Glory, and ‘The Lamb Lies Down’ Tour" Genesis guitar legend Steve Hackett sat down with me for a chat as he prepared to take to the stage at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena on October 11th. “Genesis was something incredibly special and for the early work of the band to get approval from John Lennon I think was a big feather in our cap”. So says Steve Hackett, and his celebration of his past will continue […]

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